Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center
8249 Standifer Gap Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center is a nursing home in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating1 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionAugust 6, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since July 21, 202122 (Tennessee average 14)
- Fines in the past three yearsNone listed by CMS
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.8 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was VIVIANT HEALTHCARE OF CHATTANOOGA.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.
Health citation
CMS changed citation F0569 from severity D to F. It is from the health inspection on February 26, 2020. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
Health inspection on August 6, 2025
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2021.
Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0814 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0908. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.4 to 3.6 hours per resident per day.
Health inspection on May 22, 2024
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on May 22, 2024
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation E0037. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation E0039. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 6, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 2, 2023 from $6,435 to $6,509.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 2, 2023 from $9,900 to $6,435.
Health inspection on October 2, 2023
4 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0567. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.
Citation F0568. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.
Citation F0569. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.
Citation F0837. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 18, 2023.
Health inspection on July 21, 2021
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0865. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Citation F0692. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Citation F0710. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Citation F0726. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
Fire safety inspection on July 21, 2021
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2021.
CMS has cited this home for E0004 2 times since 2020.
Fire safety inspection on February 26, 2020
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation E0009. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2020.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (423) 892-1716
- Last standard health inspection
- August 6, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 127
- Residents per day, on average
- 86.2
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Standifer Gap Rd Healthcare LLC
- Chain
- Vertical Health Services
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Tennessee average (22 vs 14).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- VHS TN OPCO HOLDINGS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 11/13/2024
- HEISSER, RANDYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/13/2024
- LINVILLE, AMYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/13/2024
Questions
When was Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center last inspected?
CMS lists August 6, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center have?
CMS lists 22 health citations since July 21, 2021. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.